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    ACICLOVIR (Acyclovir, Aciclovir Sodium, Acyclovir Sodium) : Why Is This Medicine Prescribed To You?

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    Aciclovir is prescribed to treat infections caused by herpes viruses such as cold sores, chickenpox, shingles and genital herpes. It is important to take aciclovir exactly as instructed and to complete the full course of treatment to effectively treat the infection and prevent it from worsening. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, and headache, but most people do not experience any side effects. Store aciclovir properly and see a doctor immediately if any serious side effects occur.

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    Aciclovir is prescribed to treat infections caused by herpes viruses such as cold sores, chickenpox, shingles and genital herpes. It is important to take aciclovir exactly as instructed and to complete the full course of treatment to effectively treat the infection and prevent it from worsening. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, and headache, but most people do not experience any side effects. Store aciclovir properly and see a doctor immediately if any serious side effects occur.

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    Aciclovir is prescribed to treat infections caused by herpes viruses such as cold sores, chickenpox, shingles and genital herpes. It is important to take aciclovir exactly as instructed and to complete the full course of treatment to effectively treat the infection and prevent it from worsening. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, and headache, but most people do not experience any side effects. Store aciclovir properly and see a doctor immediately if any serious side effects occur.

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    ACICLOVIR (Acyclovir, Aciclovir Sodium, Acyclovir Sodium) : Why Is This Medicine Prescribed To You?

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    ACICLOVIR (Acyclovir, Aciclovir sodium, Acyclovir sodium)

    • Drink plenty of water while taking this medicine to keep


    Why is this medicine prescribed to you? your kidneys working properly.
    • Herpes infections are contagious. Avoid your infected
    Aciclovir is prescribed to treat infections caused by herpes areas from coming in contact with other people; also
    viruses such as cold sores, chickenpox, shingles and avoid touching an infected area and then touching your
    genital herpes. eyes. Wash your hands frequently.
    • Taking this medicine will not prevent passing of the
    infection to other people. Seek your doctor’s advice on
    How do you use it?
    how you can prevent passing it to others and when it is
    clear to resume sexual contact.
    Use aciclovir exactly as instructed by your doctor for it • Keep a regular check-up schedule. Your doctor may
    to be effective. prescribe tests to check and monitor your progress
    • Take aciclovir with or without food; with food while under treatment with this medicine.
    if it causes stomach upset. • If you need to undergo surgery or dental procedure,
    • If you are given the tablet, swallow it whole. inform your doctor or dentist that you are using this
    Do not break, crush or chew. medicine before going through it.
    • If you are given the oral suspension, shake it well before • Side effects may possibly occur as with most medicines.
    you take your dose. Use the provided measuring spoon You may not experience any side effect; however, if you
    or cup to measure your prescribed dose. experience any of these side effects with aciclovir,
    • Continue using this medicine regularly as advised by inform your doctor immediately, especially if they
    your doctor. Avoid skipping any dose even if you feel become severe or persistent: nausea, vomiting,
    better. It is important that you complete the full course diarrhea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache,
    of aciclovir within the duration specified by your doctor. lightheadedness, lower back pain, swelling in the hands
    If you do otherwise, the infection will be more difficult or feet, less frequent urination or none at all, easy
    to treat or may become worse. bleeding or bruising, unusual weakness and allergic
    • If you forget to use this medicine on schedule, use it reactions such as hives, difficulty breathing and swelling
    immediately as you remember. However, if it is already of the face, lips, tongue or throat.
    time for the next dose, just proceed with your next • If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive,
    regular dose schedule. operate machinery or perform any activity which will
    • Unless advised by your doctor, do not double or adjust need you to be alert.
    dosage, or stop use even if you feel well. • The side effects mentioned here are not complete and
    others may occur. If you observe other side effects or
    reactions, call your doctor for advice.
    What do you need to know before you use it? • Do not share your medicine with others even if you
    have the same disease symptoms.
    • Inform your doctor or pharmacist:
    - if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or
    breast-feeding; How do you handle it before and after use?
    - if you have any of the following conditions: allergy,
    kidney problem; Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and
    - if you are using any other prescription or over-the- moisture. Keep the medicine out of children's reach.
    counter (OTC) medicines and dietary or Discard it properly when it is expired or no longer needed.
    herbal supplements.

    This pharmacy information service of Mercury Drug Corporation contains only basic drug
    information and must not be relied upon as substitute for professional medical care. It is intended
    to be used as supplementary information to consultation with your doctor. Mercury Drug
    www.mercurydrug.com Corporation shall not be responsible or liable for any claims or damages arising from the use or
    Tel: 8911 5071-87 misuse of the information contained herein for any final treatment decisions or outcomes.

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